airCOAT

Why use Afrimat Hemp lime-based vapour permeable paint?

• Suitable as paint for hempcrete and heritage construction because of its compatibility and vapour permeable nature to these sectors.
• Better breathability than conventional paints.
• Natural ingredients and 0%VOC
• Excellent coverage and economical.
• Application and Maintenance is easy.
• Water Washable but moisture tolerant.
• Ideal for carbon neutral building use.
• Best results when used with Afrimat Hemp block and hempcrete product range.

Application

• During application to existing lime washed walls, make sure the surface is clean, dusted down and sound.
• Remove any dirt from the wall with a dry brush, wire brush or scraper.
• During application to new lime plastered walls and wall renders during restoration of heritage buildings, make sure dust has been brushed off with a dry brush.
• During application to virgin lime plastered walls and wall renders to hempcrete walls, make sure dust has been brushed off with a dry brush.
• No primer is required.
• Mix airCOAT well before use.
• Wet down the walls with water.
• After surface has dried out, apply the first coat of airCOAT.
• Up to three coats might be necessary.
• Allow at least 2-3hours between coats and 36 hours before exposure to water.
• All tools should be cleaned with water immediately after use.